Health, Well-Being & Fitness
Become healthier at the YMCA. Whether you’re new to fitness, a seasoned athlete or somewhere in between, you’ll get the personalized attention, support and resources you need to commit to improving your health and well-being. At the Y, results are not just measured by how many pounds or inches you lose, results are measured by how great you feel inside and out.
- Dedicated staff. Our staff is caring, competent and experienced. They are passionate about serving you and they will guide and support you through our wide range of health and wellness programs, so you can find the workout regimen that fits your lifestyle.
- Supportive Environment. When you join the Y, you’ll see that support doesn't just end with our staff; you'll meet other supportive people who will become work-out buddies and then lifelong friends. At the YMCA, we're not a gym, we're a community.
For more information about our Health, Well-being & Fitness programs please call us at (650) 328-9622, email us or visit our YMCA.
Wellness Center
Active Older Adults
Group Exercise Classes
Aquatics and Swim Lessons (Seasonal)
Wellness Center
The Lewis and Joan Platt East Palo Alto Family YMCA’s state-of-the-art Wellness Center provides excellent cross-training benefits with both strength training and cardiovascular equipment. YMCA fitness coaches will introduce you to our equipment, work with you to develop a Personalized Fitness Program and provide you with ongoing support.
Cardiovascular Equipment
We have a variety of cardiovascular machines including treadmills, elliptical cross-trainers, arc trainers, steppers, and upright and recumbent stationary bicycles. Each cardio machine is equipped with an individual flat screen television, giving you the freedom to work out while enjoying your favorite TV show.
Our collection of CYBEX strength training equipment is designed to help you condition your upper and lower body. They are exceptionally easy to use and can be adjusted to fit your needs. Our CYBEX equipment is also attached to FitLinxx, a computerized system that provides instant feedback to individuals through their workout.
FitLinxx is a computerized interactive system that is attached to our CYBEX strength training equipment. It learns your individual workout program, gives you immediate feedback and motivation and allows you and your fitness coach to monitor your progress and workout history. With FitLinxx you may also log other activities like a run on the treadmill or a yoga workout. Available free of charge to facility members.
Using FitLinxx at the YMCA lets you:
- Exercise using a customized program geared to your goals, needs and constraints
- Receive personalized support from your Fitness Coach
- Get immediate feedback on your precise exercise movements, i.e. it tells you to slow down or speed up
- Track your workout progress over time
Enhance your overall lifestyle by visiting www.fitlinxx.com where you can view member success stories and find articles on health, wellness and nutrition.
The Lewis and Joan Platt East Palo Alto Family YMCA offer all facility members ongoing support including a one-on-one orientation to help individuals develop a personalized workout plan.
With your orientation you will:
- Feel confident with an exercise program that is right for YOU
- Feel successful with equipment that is easy to use and an exercise routine that is easy to stick with
- Stay motivated with guidance and encouragement from our friendly staff
- Become committed to exercise through the routine of a structured program
Make your appointment today through our Welcome Center. Available free of charge to facility members.
Our free weight area has a variety of benches and equipment including: Smith machine, power rack, chest press, incline chest press bench, decline bench, flat bench, cable crossover, lat pull down, leg press, gravitron, and dumbbells in various weights.
The Youth Orientation has been designed to introduce youth ages 9-17 to workout safely using cardiovascular and strength training equipment and free weights. Proper weight room demeanor and etiquette are also discussed.
Personal training can provide you with a personalized, goal oriented fitness program. The one-on-one sessions, with one of our nationally Certified Personal Trainers, will cater to your specific fitness needs and give you the extra motivation and accountability your need to achieve your fitness goals. An additional fee is required. Please visit our Member Service Desk for more information.
Group Exercise
Group exercise is about having fun, making friends and getting an energetic and dynamic workout in the camaraderie of others. From Spinning to Yoga to Belly Dancing, at the Lewis and Joan Platt East Palo Alto Family YMCA we offer a variety of group exercise classes designed to accommodate all fitness levels.
Download our current Group Exercise Schedule (PDF).
Active Older Adults
It's never too late to feel great! Our Active Older Adult (AOA) program is for men and women in their 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's and 100's! AOA strives to offer a comprehensive and integrated program that encourages members to grow in the areas of physical, emotional, social, vocational, intellectual and spiritual well-being.
At the Y, our adult exercise classes promote fitness and well-being while fostering friendship. Our volunteering and social events help build lasting relationships and community ties.
For more information, please call us at (650) 328-9622, email us or visit our YMCA.
Group exercise provides a supportive and safe environment to help increase one's strength, endurance, flexibility and balance. Group exercise classes are ongoing and members are welcome to drop in.
Group exercise classes that are ideal for active older adults include:
- Soul Line Dancing
- Circuit
View our current Group Exercise Schedule and Class Descriptions.
Enjoy a complete body workout in less than 30 minutes! Our instructors will guide you through different easy-to-use stations that target different muscle groups. Circuit training combines cardiovascular and strength training exercises to help you build endurance, increase energy, improve posture and build muscle strength. Great for all levels of ability!
The Lewis and Joan Platt East Palo Alto Family YMCA provides an area devoted to beginners where individuals can feel comfortable easing into a wellness program. A fitness coach will help you develop a fitness routine and show you the proper way to use the equipment.
Water group exercise classes are a wonderful alternative to "land" exercises. With water exercise, there is less impact on your joints, but you still receive the same cardiovascular workout as you would if you were doing it on "land." All fitness levels and non-swimmers are welcome! Water exercise classes are available when our seasonal pool is open from May to September.
- Lap Swim
- Water Walking
- Water Aerobics
Aquatics and Swim Lessons
Whether you want to learn how to swim, exercise, or just unwind and have fun in the water, the Lewis and Joan Platt East Palo Alto Family YMCA has an aquatic program for you. Nationwide tens of millions of people have turned to the YMCA for water activities. Today, only the Y can offer you the 100 years of aquatic instruction experience that has made us the most trusted experts in the world.
The Bell Street Community Pool is open seasonally from May 30th and will close September 5th. Download the current Pool Schedule.
Special times are available for anyone interested in enjoying the swimming pool in a fun, relaxing environment. Children age 6 and under must have direct adult supervision and contact in the water at all times.
Learn how to swim at the YMCA! Swim lessons are taught by certified swim instructors and include instruction in personal safety, water sports and games, stroke development, rescue and personal growth. Private and Small group swim lessons are available for all ages and swimming abilities.
Water group exercise classes are a wonderful alternative to “land” exercises. With water exercise, there is less impact on your joints, but you still receive the same cardiovascular workout as you would if you were doing it on “land.” All fitness levels and non-swimmers are welcome!
Lap/Fitness swim is for members who wish to use swimming for a workout. Swimmers must be able to swim the full length of the pool continuously without support. If space is available - exercising, walking and floating are permitted during fitness swim. Workout equipment is available from the lifeguard upon request.
For more information about Aquatics programs at the Lewis and Joan Platt East Palo Alto Family YMCA, email us or visit our YMCA.
